Customers testing the service can opt out within 14 days without paying a cent.

In a first for South African mobile virtual network operators , Melon Mobile offers a 14-day free trial of its 5GB plan, with unlimited voice minutes and SMSes.

This will give prospective customers a chance to evaluate Melon Mobile’s 5GB of Data plus Unlimited Calls and Texts plan, which they will remain on unless they opt out or decide to change plans after the trial.Melon Mobile founder and CEO Calvin Collett said it is time for change in South Africa’s telecoms industry.“We want everyone to experience the freedom, control, and value that our digital journey offers, without any constraints of physical stores.

Melon Mobile has offered direct sign-ups since it launched, eliminating the need for customers to interact with its associated mobile virtual network enabler, MTN.